Nikon COOLPIX P600 16.1 MP Wi-Fi CMOS Digital Camera with 60x Zoom NIKKOR Lens and Full HD 1080p Video (Red) (Discontinued by Manufacturer)

I'm really happy with this camera.As a long time bridge camera user, this is one of my favorites. I like the Fujifilm HS line better for macro photographs, but it's a heavier body. This camera is really light and small compared to all my superzoom cameras. It works very well on nature shots and it's the best camera I've ever used for photographs of the moon.Like all bridge cameras, it does have some specific limitations, like the zoom works best on objects that are more than 20 feet away. Trying to zoom in for a macro shot from a closer distance, it doesn't focus right. On bright days, your photos may turn out too bright and washed out looking.If you want to point and click, the autofocus does work well in most situations. You might need to move farther away, or lower the zoom to get your shot in focus, it focuses quickly.Switching to manual mode- this camera is really easy and intuitive to set the shutter and aperture. I'm not a photographer, but since I like taking photos of things like the moon and the aurora- I do use manual mode occasionally. My moon photos are so clear that people have asked if I took them through a telescope!I love the size, ease of use and of course, that amazing zoom. It's a great camera for the more casual user who wants to take great photos.

This camera has had my head spinning for days. I’ve had a little Lumix compact for years, which I have dearly loved, but it’s time for a little sharper pictures, and who can resist a 60X zoom? So I bought the Lumix FZ70, and it was so easy to use. The pictures were quite good. Then my friend bought the Nikon, and I did some research and decided this one would be better, so I bought one. I have been using the two side by side for a few days, with interesting results.First, the Nikon auto-focus colors are incredibly washed out, IMHO. I thought there was something wrong with the camera. There might be. Also, I could not get macro pictures of white or purple wild flowers without spending a LONG time taking LOTS of shots, trying to get the darned thing to focus. Maddening! It does fine with yellow, but can’t seem to do white or purple. It wants to focus every where BUT the flower. On the rare occasions when I could get it to focus, the pictures were quite amazing, however, right down to the sheen of the flower petals. Still, I was bent out of shape about the washed out colors. On the other hand, the Lumix pictures are just a tad “softer” than the Nikon…and I wasn’t sure i could send the Nikon back, so while waiting for the seller to contact me, I’ve continued to try things.Enter: the how-to book for the Nikon (available through amazon…who would want the ebook? Not me!). Ah, program modes, let’s see what I can do with color. I tried the “vivid”, but the greens were almost chartreuse (what is it with you people at Nikon?!!!!). So I tried “neutral,” and those were pretty much what I see with my own eyes. I increased the saturation a little, and that helped, too. Those choices can be saved, so I have one program I can find easily. THere is an option to save a second one, perhaps for cloudy days.When I looked up how to use the macro, he spoke also about the “close-up” option under the Scene mode. So this morning I tried that with the white and purple wild flowers in my meadow. I found that it is much easier to focus (although still a challenge with the white Spring Beauties), and I LIKE the results. It tends to blur the background and make the flower very sharp. I was able to get crisp pictures of Shooting Stars (flowers) even when the wind was blowing them constantly. Later, I captured a totally awesome photo of the Pasque flower blooming in my garden, and the colors are very true to the flower (still in the program mode). I tried the same picture with the Lumix, and found the colors to be too blue. Pretty, but not what the flower looks like. I am researching to see if I can tone down the blue in the Lumix.So, I’m still experimenting, but one thing is for sure: get to know this camera before rejecting it. I am still concerned about whether I will be able to get birds, which move around so much, or other wildlife. It is still much easier to point and shoot with the Lumix, and the pictures are good. Not fabulous, but good. And one doesn’t miss as many photo ops trying to get the darned thing to focus. I would love to also try the Canon SX50--but I can’t find one locally, and I’m hesitant to order yet another camera!I will post some pictures here. First, the washed out auto-focus, then the same scene of trees in my woods adjusted with the “neutral” colors in the program mode. Then some wild flowers, and the Pasque Flower. If you see mostly crisp background, you know that was done in the macro auto-focus or program mode. If you see a blurred background and crisp flower, that was done in the “close-up” mode under “scenes”. If you can’t tell, your guess is as good as mine. ;-)The last photo of the Pasque flower was taken with the Lumix. You can see how much bluer the color is.Update: adding some flowers on a shrub taken from about 40 feet away, first in regular auto-focus (in program mode), and the second with the special effect called “painting.” Interesting.

I love my new Coolpix P600. I've had a digital Canon SLR for many years. Two lenses that I lug around everywhere. With all of the technology advances in everything, I've started to use my iPhone for quick photos rather than pull out the SLR case. Time for a change. I did a ton of research with Canon, Panasonic and then Nikon. In my early years before digital (yes, real film), I had Minolta SLRs. I always wanted a Nikon, but they were always out of my price range.After extensive research, I finally clicked the button and was so exited. I have a Nikon on the way!I have not been disappointed. It feels quality. Easy, easy to use. Great pictures. Of course it's difficult to focus when at the full 60x zoom, but I did it! Long range of a bird and then each stage of zooming in. All turned out clear and perfect. When not in 60x zoom, it's quick to focus so action shots (like my dogs that quickly change positions) are simple to accomplish.I am very happy with my Coolpix P600 and recommend to anyone moving from an SLR experience to Point and Shoot. Very glad I made the move.I purchased the Case Logic DCB-314 Compact System/Hybrid Camera Case and it fit perfectly.  Case Logic DCB-314 Compact System/Hybrid Camera Case (Anthracite)

If you do a lot of post processing then you should probably consider a camera with RAW output for photoshop, etc. Otherwise the camera is fairly good. The zoom is excellent but the camera does have problems in auto mode when first turned on. It alternates between several modes before settling down which can be irritating if you are trying to take a shot quickly.Update: This mode switching is very annoying and can cause you to lose shots. Don't buy this junk.

Pour l’insta J’en Suis satisfait ,pourvu que ça dure